Recovery Coach: Peer Support & Care Connector

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is looking for a Peer Recovery Coach. This role involves providing support to patients recovering from mental illness and substance use disorders, assisting in their treatment journey, and connecting them with community resources.

Applicants must have strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and identify as being in long-term recovery. This part-time position requires varied work hours.

Qualifications

• Must self-identify as a person in long-term recovery from a behavioral health disorder for two years or more.
• Ability to read, interpret documents, and write routine reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-clinical services to aid patients in recovery.
• Conduct screening interviews and administer surveys.
• Assist in developing service plans and referrals to treatment services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of Peer Recovery practices

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System is looking for a Peer Recovery Coach. This role involves providing support to patients recovering from mental illness and substance use disorders, assisting in their treatment journey, and connecting them with community resources.

Applicants must have strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and identify as being in long-term recovery. This part-time position requires varied work hours.